Assistant Supply Chain Manager

Alghanim Industries; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industries company in Riyadh is seeking an experienced professional to support end-to-end supply chain operations. The role focuses on demand and supply planning, supplier management, and optimizing inventory replenishment to ensure product availability. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in supply chain planning, strong communication and negotiation skills, and be detail-oriented. A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Logistics is required, and familiarity with ERP systems like SAP is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain planning.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems, SAP preferred.
• Solid skills in Excel and analytical tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute demand and supply planning cycles.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimal coverage.
• Manage communication with suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing and secure competitive deals.
• Coordinate internal supplier workflows.
• Maintain accurate master data in ERP systems.
• Track supply performance and support corrective actions.
• Prepare supply chain reports and KPIs.

Skills

Supply chain planning experience

Strong communication skills

Negotiation abilities

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain / Logistics

Tools

ERP systems (SAP)

Excel

Job description

Overview

Support end-to-end supply chain operations with a primary focus on demand & supply planning, supplier management, and optimizing inventory replenishment to reduce expiries, prevent stockouts, and ensure seamless product availability.

Responsibilities

• Execute monthly demand and supply planning cycles, ensuring accurate forecasts and timely replenishment for all SKUs.
• Monitor inventory levels and pipeline, maintaining optimal coverage while minimizing write-offs and out-of-stocks.
• Manage daily communication with suppliers, ensuring on-time deliveries, resolving issues, and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Negotiate pricing and secure competitive deals to support cost management objectives.
• Coordinate internal workflows related to suppliers, including follow-up with finance on payments, invoice issues, and required documentation.
• Maintain accurate and complete master data (materials, pricing, vendors, lead times) within the ERP system.
• Track supply performance, highlight risks, and support corrective actions with internal teams.
• Prepare routine supply chain reports, KPIs, and dashboards as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in supply chain planning, preferably in demand or supply roles.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems (SAP is a plus).
• Solid skills in Excel and analytical tools.
• Knowledge of F&B supply chain operations is an advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and vendor-management capabilities.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain / Logistics